Planning Commission Resolution 2023-17 (CUP for Detached Accessory Structure and Driveway in Rear Yard)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2023-17
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A
DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING AND DRIVEWAY IN REAR YARD IN AN
R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT
LOT 8, BLOCK 2 SUNSET PONDS ADDITION
PID 155-159-002080
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request to construct a detached garage structure
in the rear yard portion of the subject property for storage of private residential storage and
recreational use; and
WHEREAS, the proposed total accessory building space would exceed the standard garage
area of 1,200 square feet; and
WHEREAS, accessory building space, when exceeding 1,200 square feet, requires a
Conditional Use Permit, and
WHEREAS, the site is zoned Single -Family Residence (R-1) and, which allows such use by
Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the proposed use and development are consistent with the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan designation of "Low Density Residential" for the area; and
WHEREAS, the applicants have provided materials documenting the proposed structure and
location of the structure on the subject property, along with access via driveway; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 2nd 2023 (continuing said
hearing to June 6t" 2023) on the application and the applicant and members of the public
were provided the opportunity to present information to the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered all of the comments and the staff
report, which are incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings
of Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the proposed structure will
be in compliance with maximum square footage requirements, which require a
accessory structures to total no more than 1,500 square feet.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2023-17
2. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the detached structure
addition is architecturally similar to the principal structure in roofline and facade
appearance, subject to appropriate conditions of approval.
3. The parcel is a lot which will accommodate the accessory space without
crowding the subject property or neighboring parcels.
4. The large rear yard, and the lack of neighboring residential property in that
direction minimizes the potential for negative impacts.
5. The building will be constructed so as to be consistent with the use and building
massing of other single-family structures common in the community and in the
neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota, that the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the Monticello City
Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for a detached garage, subject to the conditions
identified in Exhibit Z of the Staff report, as listed below:
1. A certificate of survey detailing all structures, including the proposed, is
provided which meets the requirements of the ordinance and those
recommendations of the Chief Building Official and City Engineer.
2. The building is constructed per plans provided, ensuring that the upstairs
space is not "habitable", per building code provisions.
3. As the accessory structure is to be used for the storage of a motor vehicle or
vehicles it is considered a "garage" and driveway access shall be identified.
The location, paving materials and configuration of such driveway shall be
illustrated on the site plan.
4. The second floor of the garage (accessory building) shall be devoted to
personal storage and shall not be used for the occupancy of persons.
5. No business use shall be conducted within the accessory structure.
6. The exterior finish materials of the accessory structure shall match the
existing home in material type, color, and the orientation of the siding.
7. The existing 120 square foot storage shed located on the site shall be
removed prior to certificate of occupancy for the new accessory building.
8. The accessory structure may not be used for a home occupation unless
authorized under separate review per ordinance requirements.
9. Issuance of a Driveway Permit by the City of Monticello Engineering
Department is required prior to installation of the driveway related to the
Conditional Use Permit approval.
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CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2023-17
10. Comments and recommendations of other Staff and the Planning
Commission.
ADOPTED this 6t" day of June, 2023 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
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Pau nsor, Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schuma n, C mmunity [development Director
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